You dream of Provence, but where should you settle down? While Aix is an obvious starting point, your hidden gem might be tucked away just a few miles away. From the charm of Eguilles to the dynamism of Salon, we decode each village for you to find the one that fits your new life perfectly.
Gems of the Pays d'Aix: Peace and Proximity
For many families, happiness is found in the dynamic villages surrounding Aix, offering large plots of land and houses with swimming pools.
Eguilles & Ventabren: Known as the "balconies of Aix." Highly sought after for their strong Provençal character and lush green landscapes, these villages welcome many executives and expat families. They are equipped with excellent public schools, a major asset for parents.
To keep in mind: This privileged and preserved living environment makes these areas very expensive—among the most highly rated in the region.
Bouc-Bel-Air: An unbeatable location between Aix and Marseille, ideal for access to international schools (IBS). It is a more developed and denser area, offering comprehensive commercial and transport logistics for active families.
The Rise of the Pays Salonnais: The Strategic Alternative
With the Aix market becoming very costly, the Salon-de-Provence area is emerging as a top-tier destination, offering a high quality of life just 30 minutes from Aix-en-Provence.
Salon-de-Provence: A human-sized city, dynamic and lively, which has managed to preserve its historical charm. It is the preferred sector for employees of major industrial groups like Dassault or Safran.
Grans, Eyguières & Pélissanne: Surrounding Salon, these beautiful villages embody authentic Provence. They are favored for their calm, conviviality, and "douceur de vivre." Pélissanne, in particular, is very popular for its lively center and family-friendly atmosphere.
The strong point: This sector is significantly more affordable, allowing you to find larger gardens for a controlled budget.
Marseille: Mediterranean Energy and Its Thousand Faces
Settling in Marseille is a lifestyle choice for those who love the energy of large metropolises, cosmopolitan environments, and cities that live intensely, day and night. It is a deeply authentic city attached to its traditions, where the difference between neighborhoods is striking and atmospheres change radically from one street to the next.
Whether you are looking for the "bobo" (bohemian-chic) and authentic spirit of the 7th arrondissement, the residential and elegant prestige of the 8th, or a calmer, wooded setting in the 9th, we help you decode the city.
To keep in mind: While Marseille is fascinating, it remains a complex city to navigate, particularly regarding transport and traffic challenges. Our role is to secure your relocation by finding the address that precisely matches your lifestyle while optimizing your daily commutes.
The Provençal Dream
Luberon & Alpilles: Real Estate Excellence. For total immersion in "postcard Provence," we extend our search to the region's most prestigious sectors. Whether you are drawn to the hilltop villages of the Luberon (Lourmarin, Bonnieux, Gordes) or the discreet luxury of the mas (farmhouses) in the Alpilles (Saint-Rémy, Eygalières), we open the doors to an exclusive market.
Here, properties with character are rare and often rented before they are even listed. Our local network and responsiveness are your best assets for finding these charming properties and farmhouses set among olive trees.
Why Trust Us with Your Search in Provence?
- Mobility Expertise: We evaluate real commute times to your professional sites (Dassault, Safran, Airbus) and schools.
- Logistics Verification: Fiber-optic quality for remote work, year-round shops, and school services.
- Tailored Advice: We don't just find a roof over your head; we help you choose the village that will truly match your new lifestyle.